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Unknown Facts are curiosities revealing little-known, surprising, or rarely discussed information from the world of ancient Rome and antiquity. This category includes unusual details, curiosities, and facts that offer a less obvious perspective on the Roman Empire.
The ceremonial procession that preceded the Roman games was called the pompa cirensis. It was characterized by great splendour and picturesqueness. The procession started from the Capitol to reach the circus. At its head was the official who presided over the games, followed by priests, youth, players, dancers, musicians, and finally a procession of the gods in parade chariots.
Who among us did not struggle in adolescence with colloquially called “pimples”. The same problem also applied to the youth of the ancient world.
